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    Question

    The principle of superposition of waves states

    that:
    A The total displacement at any point is the sum of the displacements of the individual waves. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Waves cancel each other out when they meet. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Waves reflect at boundaries. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The energy of waves increases when they interact. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The principle of superposition states that when two or more waves meet, the resulting wave is the sum of the displacements of the individual waves at each point.

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